Marking two decades since her victory on the first “American Idol” on September 4, 2002, Kelly Clarkson is very grateful for the opportunity that has raised her name over the years.
She recently took to Instagram to thank her family, friends and fans with a beautiful message for their love and support and for allowing her to be where she is today.
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Kelly Clarkson Recognizes Family And Friends In ‘American Idol’ Wins Anniversary Tribute
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“20 years ago today, I won American Idol,” the “Thankful” star began her tribute, “and it forever changed the course of my life.” He stated that his winning moment “was the door that opened so much access and opportunity, and creative sharing,” which he will be grateful for “for the rest of my days.”
The family and friends Clarkson has created in two decades in music and television have certainly been “priceless” to her, and she admits it. He added:
“We only get so many trips around the sun, and while I’m proud and blessed by the successes and failures I’ve learned, I’m most proud and grateful for the friends who have become family.”
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The people he talked to held his hand when he needed it, and their hearts listened to him when he felt lost. Without them, he wouldn’t be where he is or “probably wouldn’t be here at all.” To end the message, the 40-year-old TV personality wrote words of hope after appreciating, with many thanks, all those who voted and contributed to his victory twenty years ago. The closing part of the long message reads:
“I hope you all have people in your life who fill you with laughter, and hope, and happiness, and if you don’t feel like you have that, then keep looking because I promise you that they are looking for you too.”
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In honor of Clarkson’s birthday, History recounts her success on “American Idol” 2002 and lists the opportunities she was given in the wake of that success. As reported, she was a 20-year-old cocktail waitress from Texas when she won the competition, broadcast live from Hollywood’s Kodak Center.
Coming out on top in the amateur singing battle, he beat 23-year-old runner-up Justin Guarini after a crowd of viewers voted for him by telephone. This led to him being awarded recording contracts and selling millions of albums, thus creating a brilliant music career.
In addition, he and runner-up Guarini co-starred in the 2003 box-office hit “From Justin to Kelly.” It was nominated for a Golden Raspberry Award for worst film of the year but lost to “Gigli.”
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As for “American Idol,” with its first season, it soon became one of the most famous TV shows in the history of the United States and spawned a collection of talent competition programs. It is based on the British show “Pop Idol”, developed by English-born entertainment executive Simon Fuller and introduced in the UK in 2001.
Although the “American Idol” concept was “shopped around” in the United States and rejected several times by TV networks, Fox eventually picked it up, premiering it on June 11, 2002. Ryan Seacrest and Brian Dunkleman hosted the premiere. Also, it features three judges, Simon Cowell, Paula Abdul, and Randy Jackson, who are responsible for selecting and judging the contestants.
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After the success of Clarkson’s first season, subsequent winners on the show included Ruben Studdard, Fantasia Barrino, Carrie Underwood, Taylor Hicks, Jordin Sparks, and David Cook, all of whom are in their music careers.
“Since U Been Gone” Singer Opens Up About Divorce From Brandon Blackstock
In June, Clarkson opened up about her divorce from her ex, Brandon Blackstock, on her TV show, “The Kelly Clarkson Show.” The Blast detailed the reveal, noting that he was interviewing ‘The Chicks’ who have all gone through divorces, and asked them what got them through the challenging period.
This led him to admit that overcoming difficulties using music was therapy; however, there were other factors that helped, such as his female friendships. Splitting up with Blackstock was admittedly not an easy thing which the Grammy winner explained during the September 2020 premiere of her show.
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She admits that the year brought many changes in her life, and dealing with the breakup involved more than her heart. And since the former couple are both from divorced families, they realize that the “best thing” is to protect the children and their “little hearts”.
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